Travel
Flights to Rome
A few recommendations to help make your journey to Rome as smooth as possible.
Recommended Airport: Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Rome Ciampino (CIA) is also an option, though Fiumicino is the primary international airport.
From New Orleans & the U.S. there are no direct flights to Rome.
Our preferred route is New Orleans → London → Rome, which typically offers the most reliable connections.
We recommend allowing at least 2–2.5 hours for international connections, as customs and security in Europe can take time. Short layovers can be risky.
For a more relaxed start to the weekend, we suggest arriving in Rome at least one day early.
Rome Recommendations
Where to Stay
Here are some of our recommendations for where to stay during the wedding weekend.
Hotel Rome Cavalieri
$$"Request a room with a Rome view for one of the most breathtaking views of the Roman skyline."
Hassler Roma
$$"The rooftop restaurant offers the most iconic, unobstructed sunset view over the Spanish Steps."
Hotel De La Ville
$$"Their inner courtyard is a hidden oasis, perfect for a quiet espresso away from the city bustle."
Getting Around
Transportation
Rome is best experienced on foot, with metro, ubers/taxis and short rides filling in the gaps.
Uber
Available, but limited compared to U.S. cities and typically more expensive than taxis.
Taxis
Easy to find throughout Rome. Use official white taxis or taxi stands; taxis can also be booked via apps.
Travel Pictures
For your pleasure 🙂
View — Airplane, on our way to Rome (probably)
View — Castel Gandolfo, IT
View — Atlanta, GA (our first trip!)
View — London, UK
View — Edinburgh, UK
View — Matera, IT
View — Polignano a Mare, IT
View — Michael's comfy plane outfit
View — Lounge, New Orleans Airport